Are you looking for a career helping others? Looking for a company that values passion and rewards its employees with great benefits? Your search is over – an ASW with Home Care Assistance is the job for you!
We are seeking casual Autism Support Workers to provide respite care for community clients across Simcoe County. Scheduling is flexible and hours can vary from 4-20hrs per week for these clients. The ideal candidates drive and are comfortable driving clients in their vehicle to go on outings, appointments, etc. Scheduling is flexible, but open availability is an asset.
Job Benefits:
- Pay starting at $21-25 **depending on experience
- Benefits Plan available after working 30+ hours per week*
- 4% Vacation Pay on every pay
- Flexible hours
- Access to EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
- Employee discounts for attractions, events, and other services
The successful candidate’s areas of responsibility will include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Driving clients to outings, appointments, to run errands, etc.
- Provide care for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Support individuals in the home and/or in the community with: behavior management, community involvement, personal care and recreational activities
- Provide cognitive, social, emotional, and spiritual support
- Ability to de-escalate potential concerns with patience and soft skills
- Implementation of crisis management techniques where necessary
- Managing challenging client behaviors including aggression and self-injurious behaviors
- Complete accurate documentation and maintain open communication with family
- All other duties, as assigned
Key qualifications for this position will include, but are not limited to:
- PSW, DSW, SSW, or C&YW diploma is preferred**
- Experience working with individuals diagnosed with ASD
- CPI, TCI, UMAB, or Safe Management training is required***
- Completion of Police Vulnerable Sector Check within 6 months
- Current CPR certification
- Satisfactory professional references
- All staff are required to have a drivers license, car insurance, and their own vehicle
- Ability to accurately follow written and verbal instructions
Please submit the appropriate documents for review.
Questions? Please contact Jennifer at 705-503-2273 ex.3 or [email protected]
Home Care Assistance welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
AI technology is used during the recruitment process for pre-screening purposes and to match resumes with job requirements.
We thank all applicants for their interest in Home Care Assistance. Please note, we ask for 5-7 business days to review applications and only successful candidates will be contacted to move forward.
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